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Crocs Sues Five Below for 'Copying' Infamous Clog Design
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Crocs Takes Five Below to Court Over $7 ‘Copycat’ Clogs

The footwear giant says Five Below copied its Classic Clog design and Jibbitz charms—and kept selling them after receiving a demand letter.

(L-R) JMSN and Donald Trump.
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JMSN Says He Never Cleared "Love Me" for Government-Funded Donald Trump Ad

The singer-songwriter said he's "looking at lawyers" after the 30-second spot praising the president hit Fox News and other national networks this week.

Will Lavin11 days ago
Normani & Sam Smith Copyright Case Headed to Trial After Judge Denies Dismissal
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Sam Smith and Normani’s ‘Dancing with a Stranger’ Copyright Fight Is Likely Going to a Jury

A judge signaled competing expert opinions should be left to a jury over claims the 2019 hit copied the hook, chorus, and composition of a 2015 song.

Samsung Asks for Judge to Toss $15M Dua Lipa Copyright Lawsuit
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Samsung Says Dua Lipa Can’t Claim Trademark Rights Over Her Face, Wants $15M Lawsuit Tossed

The pop star says her Austin City Limits photo appeared on TV packaging without permission, falsely suggesting she endorsed the products.

Close-up of a "Fear of God" jeans label on light denim fabric.
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Fear of God Files Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Against Counterfeit Manufacturer

The Jerry Lorenzo-founded streetwear label is tackling the issue of bootlegging head-on.

Joe Price56 days ago
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Bad Bunny in a cream-colored suit and sunglasses stands in front of a crowd, with people taking photos in the background.
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Bad Bunny Asks Judge to Overturn Reggaeton Copyright Ruling

The legal battle over a dembow rhythm claimed by Steely and Clevie reaches a new stage as Bad Bunny's legal team claims the case is flawed.

Alex Ocho81 days ago
Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and Snoop Dogg attend the Los Angeles Premiere Of "Can't Stop Won't Stop" at Writers Guild of America, West on June 21, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.
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Diddy, Snoop Dogg, and More Named in “Nasty Girl” and “I Wanna Thank Ya” Sample Lawsuit

The copyright infringement lawsuit alleges the two songs contain an uncleared sample from the 1980 song “Skatin’".

Jose Martinez83 days ago
Bad Bunny's Ex Can Pursue Copyright Claim for Voice Note, Says Judge
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Bad Bunny's Ex Wins Key Ruling in $40M 'Bad Bunny, Baby' Lawsuit

The Puerto Rico Supreme Court revives Carliz De La Cruz Hernández's $40M battle over the iconic 'Bad Bunny, baby' tag and who really owns that sound.

Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment Scores Legal Victory in 'Alien Superstar' Copyright Battle
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Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment Beats ‘Alien Superstar’ Lawsuit on Wild Technicality

A judge tossed the 'Alien Superstar' lawsuit over a bizarre technicality, but the company suing Beyoncé’s team says the copyright war isn’t over yet.

Kanye West performs onstage during the "Vultures 1" playback concert during Rolling Loud 2024.
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Kanye West Makes “N****s in Paris” Joke While Testifying in Copyright Trial

Ye is being sued over an uncleared sample on a demo version of "Hurricane" that was played during an album listening party.

Jose Martinez153 days ago
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Cardi B with red hair, wearing a colorful patterned dress, smiles while seated. Flowers are blurred in the background.
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Judge Dismisses Cardi B “Enough (Miami)” Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

In 2024, producers Joshua Fraustro and Miguel Aguilar sued the rapper, claiming she stole parts of their 2021 song "Greasy Frybread."

Alex Ocho190 days ago
A row of Encyclopedia Britannica volumes on a wooden shelf, with black and gold spines.
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Encyclopedia Britannica and Merriam-Webster Sue ChatGPT Makers for 'Massive Copyright Infringement'

OpenAI has been accused of using thousands of copyrighted works to train ChatGPT's large language model.

Joe Price203 days ago
Rihanna at a "Smurfs" premiere event, wearing a brown lace outfit and leather jacket, with a high updo hairstyle, standing in front of a themed backdrop.
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Paramount Sued Over ‘Smurfs’ Song Performed by Rihanna as Songwriter Seeks Compensation

Songwriter RØMANS claims the film studio used his songs in the 2025 film without permission. Rihanna is not accused of any wrongdoing.

Alex Ocho246 days ago
A person in a hoodie works on a laptop surrounded by multiple screens displaying code, suggesting hacking or cybersecurity activities.
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Major Record Labels Sue Pirate Group That Scraped Millions of Songs on Spotify

Anna's Archive, a group that claimed to have retrieved millions of songs from Spotify, is being sued by Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and Universal Music Group.

Alex Ocho259 days ago
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Adult Film Company Previously Slammed as 'Copyright Troll' Sues Torrenter for 'Stealing' 26 Movies

The alleged infringed titles were originally published on platforms including Blacked, Vixen, and more.

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Lizzo Says the Origins of 'Sampling Laws' Are 'Racist'

She explained that sampling, which was born from hip-hop, is now "synonymous with theft."

tara mahadevan385 days ago
GloRilla in a plaid outfit poses on a red carpet, with a sleek hairstyle and earrings, in front of a backdrop with logos.
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GloRilla Asks Judge To Toss ‘No BBL’ Lyric Copyright Lawsuit

An Instagram user claims the rapper stole her phrase for the song “Never Find.”

Alex Ocho392 days ago
Rapper MF DOOM performing on stage, wearing his iconic metal mask and holding a microphone, with an orange-lit background.
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MF DOOM's Name and Likeness Used in Counterfeit Temu Products, Multimillion-Dollar Lawsuit Alleges

The lawsuit cites multiple examples of allegedly willful infringement.

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